S&M Trucking open for bizz nizz !!!

[Supermario]

Hello all!

Great news! King of Bling has found a queen!:D:D:D Pleased to announce the creation of a new RC trucking company. Supermario and Mama Sue have deceided that rather than have two thread builds we would combine forces and create S&M trucking! ;)

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/SMtrucking1.jpg

Let us take care of all your freight hauling needs!

Got perishables??? We got you covered with our top of the line custom reefer!

Need a heavy hauling flatbed?....We got you covered with our quad axle flatbed service!

Getting low on fuel? We got you covered with our new, super clean tanker!

Machines need moving ? Soon, S&M trucking will offer a equipment float service !

So come to S&M trucking for all your haulage needs, where we " take pride in our ride " and the products we haul:D:D:D

Check out our fleet and stay posted for all the upgrades to King of Bling and his Queen , Mama Sue.:):):)


http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/SMtrucking3.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/SMtrucking4.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/SMtrucking2.jpg


thanks for looking, hope you had a chuckle.:D:D:D
Susan and I are lovin this new shared hobby and havin a blast!:cool::cool:

Co - owner of S&M Trucking.:):)

Mario

[Snochaser]

Way to intro the complete family fleet. Awesome.

Ben

[Diesel Demond]

sweet fleet!! is that the tanker that had a for sale sighn on it in the indy pics!!

[Mama Sue]

Thanks...The Queen is; Black Passion. My customizing will be a little here and a little there. Sorry wrong tanker, it's brand spanking new, arrived the day before we left for Indy.

[civic83]

Sweet! great little company you have got going there!

[dabears]

Looking great guys! Nice intro too ;)

[FabOne]

Mario and Sue-

You two are something else!! I really enjoyed you two at Indy and already looking forward to next year.

Take care and KEEP ON TRUCK'IN

_Terry

P.S. What kind of lowboy did you purchase? Let's see some pics.

[Supermario]

Mario and Sue-

You two are something else!! I really enjoyed you two at Indy and already looking forward to next year.

Take care and KEEP ON TRUCK'IN

_Terry

P.S. What kind of lowboy did you purchase? Let's see some pics.

Susan and I always try to be something else :) :) can't wait till next year:cool:

I got it from rc4wd ....they call it a heavy duty flatbed transporter.....I know I keep saying lowboy but it isn't . I suffer from lowboy envy I guess. I always say, money isn't everything but right now..... To have the lowboy I want money IS everything!:eek: will post pics as soon as it arrives.... I figure sometime next week....
Lol

Mario:eek:

[1985 kenworth]

kool rigs,hey mario did you extend the chassis on yours .it looks a little longer than when i seen it at clifford,and also i might go to the indy show next year .is it held every year? if i go i will be bringing optimus for sure ,its a slow process but when its done i hope it blows every ones socks off.outstanding sue that you are part of this ..looking forward to running with you sometime soon:D:D:D....ROCK ON S&M Trucking!!!!!!are you guys going to decal your trucks with your new name?

[Supermario]

kool rigs,hey mario did you extend the chassis on yours .it looks a little longer than when i seen it at clifford,and also i might go to the indy show next year .is it held every year? if i go i will be bringing optimus for sure ,its a slow process but when its done i hope it blows every ones socks off.outstanding sue that you are part of this ..looking forward to running with you sometime soon:D:D:D....ROCK ON S&M Trucking!!!!!!are you guys going to decal your trucks with your new name?

Hey D , yes I did extend 3" after the Clifford show. After talking to ya about it, then once I got the extensions in my hands I realized it wasn't so bad. Am I ever glad I did it, looks way more proportional to the cab and sleeper size.
Dude, you MUST go to Indy ! Don't get me wrong, Clifford show was my first and was awsome! Without it, I don't think I would have had the desire to make the Indy show happen for us....you will be amazed!!! RC heaven dude! It was RC heaven.....3 days ain't enough! This year was the 8th annual event, pretty sure it will be at the Marriott again next year. Event info is on garden trucking.com site.

Can't wait to run with ya again soon. Are we doing Clifford next year? I hope so, we gave the hobby great exposure . Let's do it again!:cool:

Oh yeah, decals are in the works. Little Mario and Susan decals for the doors and a main logo which was first suggested by Swagger months ago....the ying yang symbol with a S and M in each side. ( the evolution of the first idea of calling the company ying yang trucking prior to Susan getting into it ) ....so, it all works out....got a name, got a logo.

Speaking of which....I haven't heard nor seen Swagger posts for along time???

Ps. Can't believe I had the nerve to tell ya your gonna need a trailer to haul the gear.... If I keep this up, I'm right behind you:D:D:D

Mario

[1985 kenworth]

i got another globeliner with a flatbed trailer..nothing special no mfu or radio gear .got it for next to nothing ...right place at the right time thing...i am redoing the globeliner ,haven't figured out about the trailer yet.i got another trailer from a guy on this forum it is an extended 42"flatbed with storage boxes picking it up from ups friday..really looking forward to it ,always wanted a scale flatbed.no worries about the bobtail thing...its an addiction and i am always thinking of new ideas to build some it's a fad and others it keeps going on and on in my head then its like...crap!! now i want to build it..you know the deal ..nice reefer trailer..might needs some burgers and steaks delivered for a bbq...are you for hire:p:p:p

[glorydays24]

Great intro Mario.:D:D:D You and Susan are definitely going to have some show stoppers at the shows.;):):cool: Can't wait to see the logo.

Big John

[cabrover]

Well done!! Very nice looking semi's also!! Keep on truckin'. Maybe I can get the wife to stop logging in under my name and she can have her own, or a combined effort like you and sue!! :cool:

Tim

[Supermario]

Well done!! Very nice looking semi's also!! Keep on truckin'. Maybe I can get the wife to stop logging in under my name and she can have her own, or a combined effort like you and sue!! :cool:

Tim

thanks cabrover, ya we thought about 2 threads but ultimately, this is all about enjoying the hobby together so why have separate builds? Start a company ! two trucks better than one. :) i think this will work well for us and yes, keep on truckin'

mario

[Supermario]

Mario and Sue-

You two are something else!! I really enjoyed you two at Indy and already looking forward to next year.

Take care and KEEP ON TRUCK'IN

_Terry

P.S. What kind of lowboy did you purchase? Let's see some pics.

S&M has a new trailer!!!

I ordered this baby all the way from california like 9 days ago and its already here!!! You been asking for pics Terry, heres a few quick ones.

this baby is getting a light kit. about 20 led should do it....or maybe ill go Smiley style and put 120 :D:D I'm very happy. i have plans already for the deck. its too much shiny smooth black surface.....im thinking some checker plate strips along the deck, dot tape on the sides.....etc...
But hey, S&M needs to make cash and looks like we have our first customer! 1985kenworth needs our reefer. I'm sending Sue for this one.....see how it go's:rolleyes:

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/newtrailer4.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/newtrailer3.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/newtrailer2.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/newtrailer1.jpg

So what would you call it? a flatbed? lowboy?.....

[doodlebug]

Definately a lowboy trailer, Nice combinataion!
Cheer's, Neil.

[dabears]

Great looking trailer!!! Now you just need a dump trailer..... Just saying gotta haul gravel too... :)

[Supermario]

Great looking trailer!!! Now you just need a dump trailer..... Just saying gotta haul gravel too... :)

Thanks guys.....Aaron, you read my mind! :D:D:D. S&M trucking will be ready for Indy next year!

Mario, S&M trucking.

[Bigrigger]

Nice looking fleet! Your trucks put that "scale" front loader to shame! I don't think your Bling Hauler is shiny enough though... :D lol What's next for your fleet?

[Mama Sue]

Great looking trailer!!! Now you just need a dump trailer..... Just saying gotta haul gravel too... :)

Hey Aaron..Funny you should say that. I found the trailer I want yesterday-a dump trailer, lol...Now to show Mario the pics, and add to the wish list...

[Mama Sue]

Nice looking fleet! Your trucks put that "scale" front loader to shame! I don't think your Bling Hauler is shiny enough though... :D lol What's next for your fleet?

Boys really don't need any extra encouragement when decking out their toys...lol..

[Supermario]

Boys really don't need any extra encouragement when decking out their toys...lol..

Speaking of decking.... as i said before, the deck is too black and no detail ..... i happen to purchase some checker plate from ric at the indy show, made what i wanted and had lots leftover. so........ heres what i came up with .
Please be honest, tell me what you think...

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/checkerplate1.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/checkerplate2.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/checkerplate3.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/checkerplate4.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/checkerplate5.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/checkerplate6.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/checkerplate7.jpg


Is the large plate above the axles too much?

what kind of glue and prep would be recommended? the trailer is powdercoated?

Thanks for looking and dont be shy with any suggestions or comments.

Mario

[CrewCab59]

The center plate looks good , I would rough up the finish to make sure it sticks better. Could use 3M double side film tape.

I hope your trailer is better than mine , I have have few problems, fit and finish isn't the best, the coating isn't sticking and the screws were coated over and the 1 drop leg don't work very well.

[Supermario]

The center plate looks good , I would rough up the finish to make sure it sticks better. Could use 3M double side film tape.

I hope your trailer is better than mine , I have have few problems, fit and finish isn't the best, the coating isn't sticking and the screws were coated over and the 1 drop leg don't work very well.

That's scary dude :eek::eek: you just described the issues I have with mine to a tee ! Even the one leg don't work wel, just one! Overall , I'm happy with the look, tires and rims, suspension and built solid. It just ain't a show stopper... Ya get what ya pay for......guess I should have bit the bullet and contacted Izzy. Then you know, your getting the best:)

Thanks for your input :cool:

Mario

[dabears]

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/checkerplate6.jpg

Is the large plate above the axles too much?

what kind of glue and prep would be recommended? the trailer is powdercoated?

Thanks for looking and dont be shy with any suggestions or comments.

Mario

In this pic the rear bar of the trailer looks like it has a shiney piece of aluminum or sheet metal.. i think if you add that to it as well with the decking the way you have it it would look killer and fit behind king bling perfect ;) I think it looks great! Dont forget to add your reflective tape :)

[Supermario]

In this pic the rear bar of the trailer looks like it has a shiney piece of aluminum or sheet metal.. i think if you add that to it as well with the decking the way you have it it would look killer and fit behind king bling perfect ;) I think it looks great! Dont forget to add your reflective tape :)

Thanks Aaron, I see what your saying...looks like I'm buying more checkerplate:D:D
Ohhh yeah, dot tape on order, company logo on the goose neck and a larger logo on the middle of the deck, rear tail lights marker lights and mudflaps, etc....It's gonna be sweet. Time is of the essence, not going to start the major rebuild on Susan's truck till outdoor trucking season is over. I got till then to get this trailer done and then focus on her rig... :D:D

[dmess62]

I like the diamond plate. looks good. The tread on those trailer tires look more like drive tires for the truck rather than trailer tire. If they're the same size try swapping them to your truck and the truck tires to your trailer and see what it looks like. Congats to you and mamma on S&M trucking.

[plow jockey]

I really like the look of the trailer. Can't wait to see it with the rest of the add on's. Great addition to the fleet.

[Supermario]

I like the diamond plate. looks good. The tread on those trailer tires look more like drive tires for the truck rather than trailer tire. If they're the same size try swapping them to your truck and the truck tires to your trailer and see what it looks like. Congats to you and mamma on S&M trucking.

Thanks for the input :). I like your idea, I'm going to try swapping tires and if it looks good I guess I'm going to have to order more tires for the third trailer axle:eek:... Ohhh well, between this 3 axle , my quad axle flat bed, and the other 2 trailers I got enough rubber to start my own tire company :D:D
Thanks again for the suggestion, have a great day !

Mario

[Diesel Demond]

i also like the diamond plateing. it breaks it up forsure then just all black. add some d.o.t tape and that will also help alot and real affect. favorite part is forsure the tires. nice trailer

[Supermario]

i also like the diamond plateing. it breaks it up forsure then just all black. add some d.o.t tape and that will also help alot and real affect. favorite part is forsure the tires. nice trailer

Thanks D D

I love the tires too. I tried them on the truck , they look mean almost too mean. :confused::confused: Makes the truck look like a bush hauler , more gravel road ready. The king of bling is not a bush truck, she's a highway hauler. Besides the tires make the trailer look tough and can handle anything.

Mario

[Supermario]

heres a few pics with the plates in place and a couple short videos. i ran out of plate couldnt do a strip across the back edge:o:o


http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/custom%20reefer%20trailer%20by%20spudd/newlowboy1.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/custom%20reefer%20trailer%20by%20spudd/newlowboy2.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/custom%20reefer%20trailer%20by%20spudd/newlowboy3.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/custom%20reefer%20trailer%20by%20spudd/newlowboy4.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/custom%20reefer%20trailer%20by%20spudd/newlowboy5.jpg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqXnOj8UWcI&feature=youtube_gdata_player

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJ5oiTSiwcM&feature=youtube_gdata_player

[1985 kenworth]

hey mario thats the exact duplicate of mine that you pulled at clifford just mine is yellow.i haven't got around to adding lights to mine but i will...say if i send you mine will i get it back or will you paint it black and put your s&m decals on it ...:p:p:pall in all the trailer detail you did looks great .i like the diamond plate work .oh and about that shipment for the bbq yea,send sue with it i work better with women anyways..lol.:rolleyes:your fleet is coming along really well ,maybe next year for clifford i will get a 53 ft trailer and come and get your fleet along with mine and roll into the show in style with zeus:)

[Mama Sue]

hey mario thats the exact duplicate of mine that you pulled at clifford just mine is yellow.i haven't got around to adding lights to mine but i will...say if i send you mine will i get it back or will you paint it black and put your s&m decals on it ...:p:p:pall in all the trailer detail you did looks great .i like the diamond plate work .oh and about that shipment for the bbq yea,send sue with it i work better with women anyways..lol.:rolleyes:your fleet is coming along really well ,maybe next year for clifford i will get a 53 ft trailer and come and get your fleet along with mine and roll into the show in style with zeus:)

Sounds like a good plan to all the above. You could send your trailer but it has to go to the back of the line, and I would make sure it went back the same way...lol Send your cattle hauler, that would for sure end up with one of our logos on it..I want the cattle hauler and dump trailer for my truck..lol..

[1985 kenworth]

no problem sue i'll get right on that:p:p:p

[Supermario]

Me n Sue have been working on the company logo today. This is what we came up with so far.... Still working on finding the right font for the lettering. Otherwise, keep it simple I always say:):):rolleyes:

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/SM.jpg

[1985 kenworth]

looks good so far yea with different lettering will make it unique to your company:D:D

[Kaf343]

Nice looking fleet you have there. Trailer mods are spot on, I like it.

[Supermario]

Hey SuperMario! just found an even easier way of painting the lettering on your tires, and its not messy! im currently using a Pilot super fine paint pen, got them at Staples, and I have them in silver and gold! the silver looks awesome! i tried the gold, looks great but not for my cab. gold would look awesome on your metallic King, and the silver on your wifes King! so easy to put on compared to the method i was using with the Tamiya paint and brush! when you apply the pen start at the top inside the letter, just let it run very slightly, it will fill the letter! when you have painted the logo TAMIYA, run your finger gently over the letters, this will remove the paint from the edges of each letter. to tidy it up, just use a pilot black permanent fine tip over the edges. looks amazing dude!

That's awsome Sharkey , thanks for the info dude :cool:
I'll be going to staples tommorow :D

Mario

[Supermario]

your welcome, they are about 3 bucks each! they dont sell they white paint pens. only online, but i must admit, the silver is awesome! gold will look wicked on your King for sure! oh one more tip, practice on the inside tire walls first before you do the main outside ones, that way you can practice lol, and do them in silver and the gold, then decide which colour will lokk good for your trucks! my 2 cents is on the gold for yours though!!!

Lol. Have you noticed how many tires I can practice on? Current inventory is 64 total. I like the gold idea as a contrast to all the chrome and yet is still added bling. Thanks dude:D

Mario

[1985 kenworth]

Hey mario and sharkey i get sharpie paint pens from micheals ,they are around $5 but they have lots of different colours and they come in fine and super fine .they have reds,purples,white,silver,turquoise,pink,you name it the are great for doing detail work....fyi

[Supermario]

Hey mario and sharkey i get sharpie paint pens from micheals ,they are around $5 but they have lots of different colours and they come in fine and super fine .they have reds,purples,white,silver,turquoise,pink,you name it the are great for doing detail work....fyi

Thanks Dwayne. I'll try them to. The more options the better. :cool::cool:
Now that you mention it, I've used a sharpie paint pen at work and the tip is great and the paint don't pour out and not run like water. :eek:

Thanks again.
Mario

[Supermario]

A couple quick videos showing the fleet going to and back from work...lol:)




http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8x8a4Jj-9Q&feature=youtube_gdata_player





http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lANQQllig90&feature=youtube_gdata_player






http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nusFeOx1jzg&feature=youtube_gdata_player


Thanks for looking, Keep on trucking !!! :cool::cool:

[glorydays24]

Very nice fleet and cool vid's.;):) Now if the boss (Susan) will let you, why don't you hook the tanker on the "KING OF BLING"? It would be SUPER SUPER BLING!!! LOL!!!:eek::eek::eek:

Big John

[Supermario]

thanks John.

The boss gives the green light on hauling the tanker, just need to wire the lights for some " night Bling " :D

I wanted to post some pics of the pallets I got from Sharkey for awhile now. Been real busy the last couple weeks but i got the chance today! so i took a whole bunch:D

Enjoy:

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image2.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image3.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image6.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image7.jpg

more to come, photobucket froze up again #$%$%^#?!

[Supermario]

here's the rest.

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image8.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image9-1.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image10.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image-03.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image-04.jpg

got the DOT tape on the lowboy....

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image-01.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image-02.jpg


and finally, a sneek peek at my latest purchase....:D:D:D

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image-05.jpg


thanks for looking, hope you enjoyed. :)

Mario

[Supermario]

Thanks Sharkey, yes they are excellent. The pics do no justice to the close up detail of them. Now I gotta come up with some cargo:eek: Got a few ideas but right now were in the middle of Susan's truck transformation and focus is on that right now:D:D . She's gonna love it when it's done:):)

Mario

[Supermario]

No, actually Susan's truck is in ricks hands ( pro builder ) the white Weidco Pete is another project I couldn't say no to:D:D

[ihbuilder]

so your the 1 who got it eh ?:rolleyes: I was going to watch it then decided no it'll take away from my equipment funds .

[plow jockey]

Real nice pics!! Congrats on the Wedico!!

[Supermario]

Real nice pics!! Congrats on the Wedico!!

Thanks man. It's my first Wedico. She's a real beauty.the fit and finish is great, door seams are tight, same with sleeper. It came with the original paperwork, was bought in June of 1990 by a hobby shop in California. The truck is structurally all assembled , the wiring is installed but nothing was ever connected! All the wire ends still have the tape on the ends! In other words , this baby has never been run! 22 years old and brand new . :D:D
Can't wait to get started on it but first things first.... Gotta get Susan's truck done, give the bank account a break for a bit then start. Feburary I figure sounds bout right....oh wait, it's a Wedico might have to wait till June!! :eek::D lol

Mario

[sandfarmer]

S&M Trucking...sounds kinky! LOL! Nice fleet.

[1985 kenworth]

hey mario nice flatbed ...looks heavy duty....i managed to get some of the newsletters from my club prez ,they are on the way to me and as soon as i get them 1 will go out in the mail to you asap and its a go for clifford again next year hopefully adam will come and there are a few others a father and son's i met a my lhs that are in to the trucks also,with some luck we could end up with quite a few guys and trucks .we definetely have to figure out a better system for the road thing:eek: so we can all run all the time even at night

[Supermario]

Thanks D
Heavy load you say?? How's about, 45 cans full of beer to be exact. 32 bottles :D:D in my backyard gravel road and no problem.......that's gotta be close to as much as your cattle hauler weight eh?:D
The road issue for Clifford..... Any chance of getting a different area to run in? Maybe more gravel ish?
You know what the real solution is.....kick everyone out of the food court, get rid of the tables and we got a huge concrete , sheltered area to run in all night long! Lol .... C'mon , you can make it happen :p

Mario

[Claus]

Hi Mario,

You know that is a Wedico Conventional or Freightliner not the Peterbilt kit right? Do you have the Pro chassis or the standard?

[Supermario]

Hi Mario,

You know that is a Wedico Conventional or Freightliner not the Peterbilt kit right? Do you have the Pro chassis or the standard?

Yup, it's a shaker not a Pete. It has the standard one piece chassis and the plastic 5th wheel which I only like when the truck is hooked to trailer so I can't see it.:rolleyes: .....it's gotta go. Anything metal available that fits or can be modified to fit the standard chassis ?
Oooops, sorry I just looked back in the thread and noticed I referred to it as a Pete.... My bad
Mario

[Supermario]

The Wedico is a future project on the shelf right now but I'd like to remove the sleeper and make a dump truck maybe or keep it original and just add a few details.....lower the stance... ( of course :p ) Not sure right now.

Mario

[Supermario]

Well the weather has been a little better last few days, warmer and no rain . cant make it to St Louis :( so i figured, good time to officially start the rebuild of Susans rig. There is still enough decent weather to do all the metalwork ( cut and strech rails, install 5th wheel servo, fab up deck plate )
then i can do the wiring and detailing in the comfort of the house in the dead of winter.:eek:
So the truck is all apart. First time tear down on this truck but my 4th time doing this to a truck....almost like reverse engineering...lol.
heres a few pics of the work so far. Step one, upgrade powertrain with new motor, clean inspect and upgrade to bearings in transmission, and finish with a 4:1 GRU from PMD :D.
Next is cut rails, add extensions and paint.

Enjoy :)

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-02.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-01.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-03.jpg


and yes, as per Steve's suggestion you will notice a space heater on the floor by the table :):)


http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-04.jpg


thats it for now.... thanks for looking :):cool:

mario

[Claus]

I really like those PMD reductions and now that they bolt on to the transmission they are very clean. The only draw back might be on a long rig you can use the older style for a reduction and a carrier bearing at the same time.

Have fun with your rebuild. How do you like the RC4WD trailer?

[Goose19]

I really like those PMD reductions and now that they bolt on to the transmission they are very clean. The only draw back might be on a long rig you can use the older style for a reduction and a carrier bearing at the same time.

Have fun with your rebuild. How do you like the RC4WD trailer?

yeah i noticed that too, i was wondering what it was at first. looks nice and clean! whats the plans for paint? have fun!

oh, are you getting any snow up in the sue yet? :D

[Mama Sue]

yeah i noticed that too, i was wondering what it was at first. looks nice and clean! whats the plans for paint? have fun!

oh, are you getting any snow up in the sue yet? :D

No Snow up in the Sault yet. We had Rick-Probuilder paint the truck-it's currently on it's way home to us via the US postal system. Can't wait to see it, but from the pics Rick sent "She's lookin' SWEEEEEEEEET!

[Supermario]

I really like those PMD reductions and now that they bolt on to the transmission they are very clean. The only draw back might be on a long rig you can use the older style for a reduction and a carrier bearing at the same time.

Have fun with your rebuild. How do you like the RC4WD trailer?

Hey Craig,
Ya, I like the new version GRU. So easy to install and clean set up. Also cheaper to purchase than the original GRU like in my truck. Fortunately on this truck we are only doing a 3" stretch so no issues with a super long driveline. Any longer and yes I agree the old unit would be better.
I like the RC4WD trailer. Very solid. Had a few problems at first with one of the support legs , got that working good now. There is a few paint chips which are now hidden under the checker plating and behind the DOT tape so all is good:)
Next project after Susan's truck is done is to install the wireless light kit I got from SS tronix and figure out how to install the motorized legs kit which is a little different than what RC4WD has mounted on this trailer.
I wish I could afford a loader or excavator for the trailer but 5 grand is a little much.....maybe in the future I'm thinking about getting a panzer tank instead. For a thousand bucks, that's more what I can afford:)

Mario

[plow jockey]

You have a great start there. Can't wait to see it with the cab. The pics he sends don't do his work justice. You get the WOW effect when you see it in person.I like the touches you done with the trailer, been thinking about getting one myself. Great job.

[Mama Sue]

I can't wait to see it up close and personal.....It's too bad Rick doesn't do full size vehicles as my avalanche would be sitting in his garage...

[Supermario]

been so focused and involved with Susans truck, i forgot about the beautiful visor i got from Stepside for my truck:eek: So i made some room on the workbench and installed the visor today.Easy to do and looks sharp. Thanks again Rod , I love it!:D:D

Mario

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image3-1.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image-013.jpg

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Thanks for looking :)

[plow jockey]

That visor looks awesome.Great looking truck.

[Supermario]

Thanks Fred and Adam. :)

new update !!! it was xmas in october at the S&M household today:D:D:D
Came home from work to see 2 packages. The cab is back from Probuilder and the wheels are in from IHbuilder. Many thanks to both you guys for excellent product, service and price:cool::cool::cool:

seems like this truck is becoming a true forum build? :

Body by Probuilder
Wheels by IHbuilder
Stacks by S&P
Air Cleaners by Russ
Visor by Stepside
MFU from Mackdaddy
of course some stuff from PMD
and working on a Izzy 3 axle aluminum enddump trailer :D

enough talking....


http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-012.jpg

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man, do i ever have alot of work to do now:eek: The co-owner of S&M trucking wants this rig on the road.......NOW! lol jk

thanks for looking :)

mario

[woodhog]

looks good ,now the coowner will have some bling as well:D

[plow jockey]

That cab looks awesome!!!! Your getting a big collection of show stoppers!!You better get back to building,I want to see some more updates!!

[Mama Sue]

That cab looks awesome!!!! Your getting a big collection of show stoppers!!You better get back to building,I want to see some more updates!!

You tell him! You can have the update pics and I can have the finished truck..lol....

[civic83]

nice stuff guys, cant wait to check them out in person sometime!

[dabears]

Nice looking cab! I cant wait to see this rolling.... So Mario Quit typing and start building!!!! HAHA

[plow jockey]

You tell him! You can have the update pics and I can have the finished truck..lol....

Lol!! He's not posting, so you must be keeping him busy on the truck. Congrats on your new truck!!

[glorydays24]

Sue, this is B-U-T-FUL!!! You should be proud of this rig, and congrats. The paint looks slick and wet...WOW!!!:eek::eek::eek:

Big John

[Supermario]

Hey, look at me!.... I'm posting :D
This is a work in progress and no rush people:rolleyes: I'm now in the planning stage, looking 5, 6 steps forward making sure this is all gonna fit and work and the proper order to do it in..... Sorry, no CAD on my IPad:p
Too much shiny beautiful parts I don't want to install then mod then install again...etc.
My theory is....planning should take longer than the task and the task shall go well ?...... Ya, I'll let ya know how that works out for me.....lol


Mario

[Goose19]

looks good mario!

[Mama Sue]

S&M trucking has a new employee!:)
His name is Sam.:) lol our new forklift and dock hand :D

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image3.jpg

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Mario has been working on my truck and now that i know how to post pics, here is where he is at.:D:D

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-03-1.jpg

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I really like what I see so far :)

Mama Sue

[glorydays24]

Looking good Mama Sue.:):):) I can tell by the rolling chassis, you and Mario have added some nice details.:eek::eek::eek: I really like the rear shocks, and I wonder where the wheels came from...:rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes: This is going to be one SWEEEEEEEET pete. Can't wait to see more.

Big John

[woodhog]

looking real good :Dit took me over a year to figure out how to post pics:oand then my photobucket site has changed and still messes with me:mad:

[1985 kenworth]

yea more trucks and less parts...from the stripe stealer:p:p

[Supermario]

Got a small update on Susan's Black Passion build ( Personally, i like to call it "Black Ice" because the way the body shines and looks wet.:D )

Sorry Dwayne, no truck pics. Im building this one from the ground up, chassis first, then the body.... To be honest, I'm almost scared to start the drilling, wiring, mounting and all the handling of the cab:eek: I will deal with that later.:rolleyes:

the latest is a new rear deck plate made from 0.032" aluminum. I didnt want any mounting screws visible so the plate is secured by the rear of the sleeper mount at one end, and the 5th wheel mounting plate at the other.

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-024.jpg

Next was work on installing the 5th wheel servo. I learned from my truck that a standard size servo barely fits :eek::( what a pain it was, so. I purchased a mini servo this time. I was about to start cutting a slot in the deck plate for the servo arm when i thought what else could i do?
I suddenly remembered seeing a build thread when i first joined the forum where someone modified the lever to go under the deck ( I think it was Dreamweaver? not sure ).
this truck has custom aluminum crossmembers and the design is what gave me the idea to come up with this.........:D:D:D

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image11.jpg

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Next is build a mounting plate for the MFU switch box. It too will be concealed and not in the battery box step.

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-043.jpg

I will post a video of the micro servo in operation once i get the chassis wired.
thanks for looking....:)

Mario

[Kaf343]

Very nice work, really like what I see. Can't wait to see more, great idea with the fifth wheel servo.

[Mama Sue]

You all know there where be a new build once my truck is done! LOL He's working hard, having fun and and I enjoy watching him doing it!

[YoungGunz]

The truck looks great, Mario. This will be a very nice edition when it is completed. The deck plate looks kinda foggy, maybe try and polish it? That way it matches the whole look of the truck. Great idea with securing the deck plate, that is the way I did mine, and it gives it a clean look.

Keep up the great work, Ill be watching this one! :D

[Supermario]

Thanks for the compliments Kaf343 and Young gunz :)

Yes JD, your right about the plate is foggy. I realized I need to learn the proper way to polish the plates now the cutting and fitting is done. I went to the body tech section and found a post from Dabears asking about how to polish and got lots of good tips from the masters of the trade:cool:
Wish I would have seen the thread a few days ago before I went and used Mothers polish. Just as stated, the stuff made the plate foggy.:(:eek:

Mario

[1985 kenworth]

wow mario and sue nice build going on there my friends.very clever about the servo arm and the deck plates ...pretty coooool:)if we keep this up our trucks might be better than the ones at clifford:p:p:p:p

[dmess62]

WOW Mario! I ve been wondering how to mount a deck plate with out visible screws also, pretty cool idead, and I like the servo setup for the 5th wheel. I havent got to installing my MFU yet, but I didn't think about putting it between the frame rails.
Good job keep the updates coming

[Supermario]

Thanks D , and your right our rigs will have more WOW factor than the 1:1 trucks:D:cool:

Thanks Dave. I really like the way the 5th wheel servo worked out. I will definitely do the same thing on my truck in the future:D
The MFU idea can only be done on Sue's truck thanks to the new PMD GRU mounted directly on the tranny:) my truck has the frame mounted version and there is not enough room in the frame rails to do both the servo and MFU .
Another benefit of the new GRU guys! :D:cool:

This will be my first small step into styrene work. I got my Zona saw and some plastic to work with. Plan on making a box to cover and protect the circuit board. Then I think I will just mount to rail with 3m double side tape?

Mario

[glorydays24]

Mario, I love the idea of hiding all of the components such as the 5th wheel servo and mfcu control box to make these trucks look more realistic. You are doing a fantastic job my friend.:D;):):cool: Keep this up and S&M TRUCKING will have enough rigs in a short time to have a convoy.:eek::eek::eek:

Big John

[plow jockey]

Thats a great idea for the 5th wheel.Excellent job looks great!!!

[Supermario]

Thanks guys :). I'm really enjoying this build compared to when I bought my truck and it was more of a open the box and put it together kind of build.
I seen and learned so much from everyone on this forum, the hobby is just getting more and more fun for me and Sue.
CAN'T WAIT FOR NEXT SUMMER! :D:D

Mario

[Supermario]

Thanks Adam. I'm real happy how it turned out. The kit from SS tronix arrived and i can now complete the 5th wheel work and continue the chassis. I'm still waiting for a bunch of stuff from PMD:eek: Front bumper, pete style steps, sleeper lights, step lights... then i can put the chassis on the shelf and move on to the cab. I dont have enough room to do both projects at once:mad::o
getting anxious though so heres a few mock up pics..... so much work to do, the list is long.......

enjoy :)

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image5.jpg

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http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-025.jpg

thanks for looking.

Mario

[plow jockey]

That is one sweet truck!! Cant wait for the updates with the new parts!! Great job!!

[Kaf343]

Mario, awesome job, I really like where this going. Looking very cool. The new parts will top it off.

[Claus]

Things are coming together very nicely!!

[BRICKNICK]

That's the start too a nice high top Pete. I had the same one.

[rcman]

great looking truck so far! what kind of rims are they? they look great

[Supermario]

Thanks for the compliments guys. This is my wife's truck. I kinda had a different vision for this truck at first but after listening to Susan and understanding what she wants this truck to look like, I'm totally onboard and into it. This is going to be one sweet Pete :D

Rcman. To answer your question. The rims are built by the king of wheels, IHbuilder ( see vendor, IHB scale models ) you just can't build a pete truck without a set of Steve's ovals.:cool::):D

Mario

[Supermario]

Just a small update....Still waiting for a few key parts to continue the build but should be here soon. Suffered through a 4 day Flu and then moved right into a brutal cold for the last 5 days.I managed to get the headlamps mounted on a spare grill as a test run for look and fit. Susan had purchased some PMD air cleaners and air cleaner lights at the Indy show and was anxious to see how they look...... but there was something i been wanting to do since placing the body on the chassis.... hook it up to the lowboy!!

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image6.jpg

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The front bumper is just for mock up and the rear fenders are just laying on tires. Speaking of rear fenders, we wanted to stay with a clean, conceal what you can , look to this truck which immediately made me think of a idea i saw Dabears use at one point during his Globeliner build, mount the fender to the axle instead of the frame rail which allows you to make a low tight fit to the wheels.:D:D Thanks Aaron!:cool:

Using the leftovers of the 0.032" aluminum plate which is real easy to work with and yet is quite strong by the way:cool I came up with this.......

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-035.jpg

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http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-07.jpg

Thanks for looking and any comments and suggestions :)

Mario.

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Looking good Mario keep up the great work..

[TRUCKMAKER]

Mario the truck and trailer combo look great!

[Espeefan]

Looks great Mario! What did you use to attach the fender bracket to the fender? Epoxy?

[1985 kenworth]

hey mario great looking truck...see i told you people will flock to clifford every year to see our scale trucks then go to see the 1:1 afterwards...keep up the good work,next year is right around the corner:D

[Mama Sue]

Dwayne, I can hardly wait til Clifford. He is doing great work!!!! All he needs is for the remaining parts to show up and then he will be set to finish it off, know he has some plans for his after he's done mine. Will add that he is taking pics while I am getting ready for Christmas so excuse any mess. LOL....Merry Christmas to everyone and their familys'. May there be peace, love and joy for all.....
Susan

[Supermario]

Looking good Mario keep up the great work..

Thanks Paul, glad you like:)

[Supermario]

Mario the truck and trailer combo look great!

Thanks truckmaker , funny how things work out. I've had the trailer since well before this truck was even a thought and with Susan wanting her truck black, it all works out. Trailer suits both hers and my truck.:D

Mario

[Supermario]

Sue's truck is looking awesome dude!

Thanks Adam, I really like how it's all coming together.... Can't wait to get the rest of the parts so I can rock n roll on this build!

Mario

[Supermario]

Looks great Mario! What did you use to attach the fender bracket to the fender? Epoxy?

Hey Nathan,

As a matter of fact, I used Gorilla glue. I cut and glued a test strip to a scrap fender to check for strength and as I tried to twist or pry the fender off ( while mounted on a wheel so I wasn't twisting like crazy ) I actually bent the bracket and the glue held.
This is my first time using this stuff, not sure how well it holds up over time. If they do let go in the future, plan B is gonna be epoxy.

Mario

[Supermario]

hey mario great looking truck...see i told you people will flock to clifford every year to see our scale trucks then go to see the 1:1 afterwards...keep up the good work,next year is right around the corner:D

Hey Dwayne, Glad you like the build so far. And yes people will flock! My dream is that the Clifford show in the future, becomes Canada's early summer version of the Indy show with the added bonus of the 1:1 trucks to drool over:D
Clifford in June, Indy in August...doesn't that sound sweet? :D
And Clifford ain't to far to travel for a lot of you guys south of the border by the way!!:):D

Is it June yet??? .... :D

Mario

[woodhog]

Mario,truck is looking good:cool: What do you think the lowboy would look like with the rc4wd lopros on it instead of the tires that come on it?

[Claus]

Looking really good, nice and clean!!

[Supermario]

Mario,truck is looking good:cool: What do you think the lowboy would look like with the rc4wd lopros on it instead of the tires that come on it?

Thanks Chris. I'm not sure how lowpros would look. I have never purchased any yet and have only seen pics, and on a few rigs at the Indy show back in August. My first impression is the lowpros may look " lost " or too small for the wheel wells ? How much smaller in diameter are the lows vs standard size?
Also, I love the aggressive look of these tires. I don't think lowpros come in this style of tread pattern.



Loaded heavy.....
Those Pete wheels are dead awesome. First time seeing and BEST I've seen on ANY model truck.

Thanks dude! Yes, the wheels are spectacular and pics do them no justice. IHBuilder really knocked this one out of the park when he makes these Pete ovals.....actually, everything he makes is a home run ! :cool::D

Mario

[Supermario]

Hey All ! I see alot of KW builds topping the thread list and thought this a good time to show the start of the King of Bling make over.:eek:
Now that Susans truck is a true Pete with fenders and lights.... well, my old cross breed looking truck aint gonna work anymore. :o
So I'm using the pete grill with the badge and swan off my truck for Sue's and picked up a KW grill for mine:D

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image-01-2.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image-5.jpg

the unfortunate thing is I remember scuffing up the surface before installing the pete badges so to install the KW in the right place i need to cover the damage.:eek: i ordered some of those side hood flames from PMD in hopes to cover up the blemish and place the kenworth side badge on them?? hope it works and if it works I'll post pics, if it dont.........:confused::rolleyes:

Thanks for looking and comments.:)

Mario

[plow jockey]

Mario the grill looks good on the truck!!

[1985 kenworth]

yea adam you should see this truck in the sun like last year...it was the brightest truck out of the bunch of us ..i kept telling mario...take good care of that cab man ....i think he knew secretly i wanted it but ...rats:eek:....he was on to me...:D

[Tamiya Cowboy]

That looks great it dont look like a half breed king hauler now a bad KW nice work..

[Mama Sue]

Well guys, while he was working on the grill of his truck I was waxing the body of mine...she shines like a diamond...Can't wait for it to be done...

[Supermario]

Thanks for the comments everyone . Switching to a KW just seems like the right thing to do and the best part is, now I can put a set of Russ super 8 suspension under it:cool::D

Update on Sue's Rig : sorry Adam, didn't get a chance to take some pics. They probably wouldn't turn out due to the fact the truck is so shiny :eek: lol .
Susan is definitely into this build, she did 3 coats of wax last night and then another 2 when she got up this morning!......hmmmm, or maybe telling me to pick up the pace:confused::p:)

Mario

[Diesel Demond]

Yep that Kenworth front end looks way better. didnt look bad before but this is more like it. yeah and that many wax jobs in 24 hours is for sure hurry the #$%@ up!

[Supermario]

Yep that Kenworth front end looks way better. didnt look bad before but this is more like it. yeah and that many wax jobs in 24 hours is for sure hurry the #$%@ up!

LOL. I agree DD :)

Update on Sue's build:
Now with all the protective wax on the body it's time to tackle the marker lights. Been thinking about how to do without damage and be sure they are perfectly straight. I'm sure people out there have a few tricks how to do it, this is what i came up with and it worked really good.

Using graph paper i traced out the shape of the cab roof. cut it out and layed out the light pattern. Then placed on cab and transfered locations with a sharp tip.

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image7.jpg

I dont have all the lights yet, should have the other set in a week or so but heres how it turned out so far. I'm really happy with the results so far.


http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-017.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-027.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-036.jpg

Also been busy painting. Using a small brush I painted all led wiring flat black and its all ready for install. Best part is I'm off next week and looking forward to getting lots done. :D

Thanks for looking and happy new year !:)

Mario

[fhhhstix]

Looks great Mario and the best part for Sue is you had time to practice on your truck (which is fantastic as well) to make hers even better.:D


Travis

[Mama Sue]

Looks great Mario and the best part for Sue is you had time to practice on your truck (which is fantastic as well) to make hers even better.:D


Travis

You've got that right Travis, practice makes perfect....;)

[glorydays24]

Great job on waxing this beautiful pete.:eek:;):):D:rolleyes::cool: The paint look's wet and sick.:eek::eek::eek:

Big John

[Mama Sue]

Great job on waxing this beautiful pete.:eek:;):):D:rolleyes::cool: The paint look's wet and sick.:eek::eek::eek:

Big John

Thanks John...It's a lot easier to wax an rc truck than it is my real truck. I love when things shine...got some more polishing to do today...:)

[Kaf343]

Very nice work on the lights and the shine is perfect, you have both done an incredible job on this build. Can't wait to see it lit up.

[Espeefan]

I love cab clearance lights and lights in front of the breathers, which I see you have also!

[Mama Sue]

Very nice work on the lights and the shine is perfect, you have both done an incredible job on this build. Can't wait to see it lit up.

Can't wait to see it either......:D

[plow jockey]

WOW!!! Look at that shine!!Great job on the cab marker lights,its a hard chioce for placement and how many to put on the cab,looks good.Did you make the air cleaner lights?They look sharp!Cant wait for some more updates!!

[Mama Sue]

Got a sneak peak at it with the lights working.......WOW!

[Supermario]

Black Passion build update:

Been making good steady progress lately and things are coming along great. Everytime i think im ready to start installing electronics, i find something else i want to do on the body or chassis:eek::D.
i should be installing and testing the mfu and motor operation in the next day or so. Also , still gotta go to the graphics dude in town and get the logos made!

anyway, here she is.............

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/blackpete1.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/blackpete4.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/blackpete5.jpg


Back when i installed my stacks on King of Bling I had removed about 1 1\2" of the pipes but seeing as I'm a mechanic and just cant throw anything away I kept the little peices and I'm really glad I did!:)
You may be able to see that i used those on the end of the elbows and they go right to the frame rails. It filled the gap between the steps and fuel tank perfectly:D:D

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/blackpete2.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/blackpete3.jpg

Also installed some lights on rear of sleeper which will be connected to the reverse lights

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/blackpete7.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/blackpete6.jpg


Also painted the back mounting of the steps from PMD and some cool pete logos in black and chrome instead of the typical red.

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/blackpete5.jpg


http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/image-019.jpg

Thanks for lookin, all comments welcome:)

Mario

[Espeefan]

Nice updates, Mario! Keep it coming. The truck looks really nice. Black is a good color.

[Kaf343]

Mario, looking spot on. Very nice job so far. Nice job on the stack extension as well. Looking forward for mor pics with the grafics.

[Supermario]

Thanks Nathan , Kaff. Glad you like.

I couldnt help myself. I wanted to take a few pics of the fleet so I pulled Super Bling out of winter hibernation mode and took a few pics.
the fleet has come along way from this :

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/SMtrucking1.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/RcTruckBuild.png


and now this . :D:D:D:D

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/thefleet2.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/thefleet1.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/thefleet3.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/thefleet4.jpg

oh, i removed the pete logos on Super Bling and the glue is drying on the new KW badges right now.:)

Cant wait for springtime already!!!:eek::eek::mad:


Thanks for looking.

Mario

[Supermario]

Sorry Fred, almost forgot to reply to your question:o
the air cleaner lights are from PMD. Each has 10 led and look nice lit up. Susan loves them, personally i have one issue with them. They are a little too thick. The air cleaner sticks out quite a bit.
Nothing major, just me being fussy:o:p:D


mario


WOW!!! Look at that shine!!Great job on the cab marker lights,its a hard chioce for placement and how many to put on the cab,looks good.Did you make the air cleaner lights?They look sharp!Cant wait for some more updates!!

[1985 kenworth]

Hey mario and sue trucks look great..really cool builds...each on either side of the spectrum....one as black and clear as night and the other as bright and shiney as day....good job so far you to....looking forward to seeing these 2 and you folks in person this summer :D

[1985 kenworth]

Hey mario you said breather lights are from pmd are they 5 amber in front and 5 red in the rear they must be new although its been awhile since i been on pmd website

[Kaf343]

Hey mario you said breather lights are from pmd are they 5 amber in front and 5 red in the rear they must be new although its been awhile since i been on pmd website

The breather lights from Ric are not up on the site yet but available, I just ordered a few sets and they are Amber in front and Red in the back.

[Supermario]

Hey mario you said breather lights are from pmd are they 5 amber in front and 5 red in the rear they must be new although its been awhile since i been on pmd website

Thanks for the compliments Dwayne. Great way to describe the trucks.:cool: June just can't come fast enough:D

The lights are 5 amber on front side and 5 amber on the back side. Your right, these are not listed on Ric's site. He had them at the Indy show. That's when Susan bought them.

See, another good reason why you want to attend the Indy show next August the weekend of the 24th so you can see the latest and greatest goodies. :)

I can't remember how much they were... All the stuff I've purchased in the last year, it's all a blurr :eek::confused::p

Mario

[Supermario]

The breather lights from Ric are not up on the site yet but available, I just ordered a few sets and they are Amber in front and Red in the back.

Really? I powered mine up the other night and they are amber both sides???

[Kaf343]

Really? I powered mine up the other night and they are amber both sides???

I believe he may offer both as my first set was Amber both sides and the last few were split, Amber in front and Red in the rear.

[Izzy]

Wow - very nice!

[BRICKNICK]

One sweet Pete...

[Supermario]

Thanks Oz , Izzy n Brick :)

If you guys like, I know we're on the right track:cool::)

Mario

[Supermario]

Hey all !

So I'm off work because I hurt my back.... Well sitting on the couch ain't helping, trying to work on Susan's truck is not working out so I'm going crazy and found something to do for a few minutes which didn't hurt....:(:mad::eek:




http://youtu.be/xK8bR_DKh1g

[buzzy16]

Black passion looks amazing!!
Keep up the good work

[woodhog]

Hey Mario,Susans truck has came a long way looks real good cant wait till Indy:cool:

[Supermario]

Thanks for the compliment Buzzy and ya Chris, I cant wait till indy :D:)
I feel like I brought a knife to a gun fight last year with just one truck and 3 trailers.... gonna be different this year, 3 trucks ( if I get the Wedico together ) 5 trailers and a Liebherr 574 loader ...... hmmmmm, yup. I have a problem, definitely addicted:D:):p

anyway, going crazy laying around the house the last few days and feeling better today so I got some work done on Black Passion! :) Nothing exciting, just wiring. As much as I thought it would be a real mess, i am pleasantly surprised that its looking and working good:rolleyes:

I really liked how my MFU mount worked on my truck so I did the same on this one. No glue or screws required, just a wedge fit.

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/wiring5.jpg

and thanks to the higher sleeper i was able to add a shelf for the SS tronix kit and still have easy battery access. Also high enough it cant be seen through the rear sleeper window.

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/wiring8.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/wiring7.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/wiring6.jpg

heres the mfu switch box mounting and the chassis wiring.

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/wiring1.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/wiring2.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/wiring3.jpg


so thats it for today. Just need to make a few more connections, the speaker , put a battery in and test it out tommorow!

the done list is getting longer than the to do list on this build :D:D:D....finally:eek::eek::eek::p:p

thanks for looking , all comments welcome

Mario

[ihbuilder]

great job Mario as for indy Boss said I can only take what will fit in the Jet :( and with a 990 there's not much room for everything else :(

[Goose19]

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Mama%20Sues%20Rig/SMtrucking1.jpg


looks FANTASTIC Mario!

finally a pete done with the headlights in the right spot (with the exception of brians 2)

those dual round dont look bad mounted low and forward like that, but ive never seen them mouted there.

looking at the pics, its like S&M traded in an old ruck to get the BOSS a new Pete! LOL

[Supermario]

great job Mario as for indy Boss said I can only take what will fit in the Jet :( and with a 990 there's not much room for everything else :(

Thanks Steve :)
When you bring something like a 990 , that's like bringing a 50 cal . No other ammo required! :):p:eek:

Glad to hear you plan on attending, can't wait to see how many buckets to fill Susan's 3 axle end dump:)


Thanks Goose for the thumbs up. The headlight placement was tricky but I knew to get the look right they had to be low as possible. I never did take pics as I installed them but they are mounted to the stock grill with 2 mm bolts, nuts on the back side and some thread lock. I was able to wire and install complete on the grill first then mount on cab.
Getting these lights straight and perfect is almost impossible.:eek::(
The driver side turned out perfect. The passenger side on the other hand is just a little off and not much I can do. The mould of the plastic is off a bit, it's where the lamp group meets the bracket is not square and has a slight tilt and twist.
I'm being fussy though, it's not like the lights are pointing off in all directions and ya really gotta look to notice so I quit filing and shimming and mounted the thing before I screwed something up! :(:mad::D

Mario

[Supermario]

Well, getting closer now. Tranny noise issue is fixed. Radio all set up and working great, chassis lights ok.
So it was time to test the 5th wheel operation. I was nervous at first. Wasn't working near as expected:eek: Due to the very short reaction arm on the servo I wasn't getting enough travel range to fully open and close:eek::eek:
Did some more bending and tweaking of the rod and now got it to this point.

Here's a video. I need opinions on if the latch is closing enough or will I have issues? No matter what, I refuse to have the arm come up through the deck plate! Worst case scenario is I put a longer arm down under the frame rails and come up with a new linkage :eek:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhXi-iCOSmU

Thanks for looking and all comments welcome :cool:

Mario

[fhhhstix]

From watching the video a couple times I see one problem and here another. That servo should have more travel then that so you might want to check your end point adjustments. I can here the servo chatter when it is in the open pos so that tells me the servo wants to go farther but something is stopping it so I would check to make sure the rod is not binding somewhere. Remember as the rod is pulled back by the servo it is going to go down as well.

Travis

[Supermario]

Thanks Travis , yes I agree not much travel... End point adjustment? How do I do that? I ran through the MFU SW1 setting . What else can I do to increase servo travel? Can I get a micro servo with single direction with more travel if I have too?

Oh yeah, I think I'm a couple splines off neutral position and the rod knuckle is catching on the cross member hole. Need to file down the knuckle a little smoother.

[fhhhstix]

I guess I would need to know what radio your using, the end point adjustment should be in the radio.

Travis

[Supermario]

I guess I would need to know what radio your using, the end point adjustment should be in the radio.

Travis


Oops, lol. I have a airtronics VG600 radio and I see the endpoint adjustment screws. Correct me if I'm wrong but 5th wheel means elevator correct?

[fhhhstix]

Oops, lol. I have a airtronics VG600 radio and I see the endpoint adjustment screws. Correct me if I'm wrong but 5th wheel means elevator correct?

Yep the elevator is for the fifth wheel.

Travis

[Supermario]

End point on elevator is at max. I adjusted the rod, smoothed the edge of knuckle and all is quite with the servo now. I tested the hook and unhook on my flatbed and besides the fact this truck stands a little taller than mine and I needed to add a little thickness to the leg pads, it hooks and unhooks great. Indoor testing is one thing though, wont know till spring when I get on some outdoor terrain and speeds if it may come unlatched or not.
Once again Travis, thanks for the help and info :);):cool:

Mario

[fhhhstix]

You are welcome, that is what this forum is all about helping each other enjoy the hobby.

Travis

[Supermario]

Hey all ! S&M trucking now has a new loader! :D:D
I ordered this machine on Jan 4th. It left Spain on the 11th and arrived at my door on the 29th. That's not too bad for shipping time. I'm impressed.
Couple things I'm not impressed with..... At some point in its travel, the box must have been left upside down because when I pulled it out of the box there is hyd oil all over it:eek: the box was looking pretty rough and the loader did suffer some minor damage like a broken tab and a crack in the front belly pan frame section. No big deal, I glued the crack and installed a small screw to replace the plastic tab. The electronics and hydraulics install is well done and all fits nice.
The guy has great skills to do this conversion but needs to work on his packing skills.

Oh, one other thing. I purchased the lipo battery and charger with the loader but the AC cord it comes with has a plug which looks more like a sex toy than something you plug in the wall!:eek:
Lesson learned.... Never buy a charger or anything you expect to plug into the wall from a guy on the other side of the ocean:confused::p:rolleyes:

Pics are coming..... Have to finish cleaning the hyd oil off of it first:eek::mad:

Mario

[Kaf343]

Can't wait to see the Loader Mario.

[Supermario]

Hey All, I have a small Black Passion update!

I was going to wait till things are closer to final assembly before posting more pics but I'm just so happy with how the lights are coming along, I wanted to post pics:)
A big thanks to Travis for reccomending replacing the 3 volt bulbs in the cab marker lights with led:D:cool:
i had a minor problem with the air cleaner lights which is now fixed and will install next along with lights under the cab door and fender skirt thanks to Kaf343 :):D:cool:

Thanks again so much to everyone involved in this build so far:) Steve, Rick, Alfy,Rod, John,Ric,Paul, Keith.
because without your help and talents, it wouldnt look like this......


http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/lightson4_zpsf806549a.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/lightson3_zpsaaaf35df.jpg


Here's low beam.....:rolleyes::rolleyes:

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/lightson1_zpsf5b77ea9.jpg


and now high beam...:D:D:D:D


http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/lightson2_zps25993a00.jpg

I apologize to all who may think this build is dragging on :D:o but I like how well all is going and looking.Besides....last time I checked its still -20C outside and another foot of snow just fell in the time it took me to post this message:eek::eek::mad::mad:



thanks for looking and any comments or suggestions:)

Mario

ohh and the body is just resting and not mounted in the pics just incase anyone noticed the gap between sleeper lights and sleeper :)

[dirthalr]

Looking good. Wish my build was that far along.

[Mama Sue]

Great news! Talked with my tech, Mario-lol, last night..As I will be busy with a volleyball tournament today, and most parts are here-just waiting on a couple things. My truck will be uncovered today and work will be done, maybe even enough for some more pics to be posted...woot! woot! One happy girl! :)

[Supermario]

Sorry, small update only on Black Passion.:o
I have been getting stuff done, wiring is almost done:):D almost ready to drop the cab on for good!:cool::D
one thing i had to complete was the cab skirt plates that Kaf343 made for me and they are now mounted and thought i would share how they look so far.....


http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/cabskirts2_zps85b59790.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/cabskirts_zpseb731e47.jpg


Next is drill the holes and mount the 10 1.8mm leds I have for each side :D:D

By the time I'm done, I think even Smiley will be proud of me:p:p:D:D


I guess my master plan of doing everything in the proper order on this build went out the window now:eek:
I have a fully wired and decked out cab which I find myself taking on and off the chassis a million times as careful as i can while im still mounting and adding to the chassis:eek::o:o.
oh well, bound to happen, only my second truck :)

Thanks for looking

Mario

[Kaf343]

Looking awesome Mario. Really looking good. Sue must be happy to see it back together again. Hopefully it warms up a bit up there and you can run it.

[Bigrigger]

Nice rig! I love the black and chrome, basically the best paint job ever. Lets see some running pics! :D

[Mama Sue]

I am happy...:) ....But I know not to rush anything...patience young grasshopper..I am anxious to see my truck and trailer together..The weather is warming up a bit and we actually have some pavement showing through but piles of snow that may still be melting come June...:(

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Great looking truck!! the Fit and Finish is very clean and that is what makes a great looking truck project and you sir have taken your time and nailed it.. Awesome Job..

[Supermario]

Looking awesome Mario. Really looking good. Sue must be happy to see it back together again. Hopefully it warms up a bit up there and you can run it.

Thanks Keith. I'm very pleased with how they turned out:).
This was by far the most tricky to install. To make them fit and clear the steps on the chassis and also fit the cab perfectly was a challenge:eek:
Fortunately I did not have to touch the cab plastic, just some minor hand file work, double and triple check fit on chassis and cab then altogether.... About 4 hrs later and now ready for the lighting stage:D

Mario

[Supermario]

Nice rig! I love the black and chrome, basically the best paint job ever. Lets see some running pics! :D

Thanks Bigrigger, yes, Rick did an incredible job on the paint. You can hold and look at the cab at any angle and it is very hard to see any flaws in it at all:cool:

Running videos are coming but not until the cab goes on one last time. :)

[Supermario]

Great looking truck!! the Fit and Finish is very clean and that is what makes a great looking truck project and you sir have taken your time and nailed it.. Awesome Job..

Thanks Paul, means a lot to me coming from one of the masters of clean fit and finish:cool:
I'm sure this build would have moved along a little quicker if it wasn't for the fact that 80% of the build has been on our small kitchen table which Susan has been nice enough to allow me to pretty much own it since November:eek::eek::D

So I guess, not bad for a kitchen table build eh?:D

Mario

[Supermario]

Hey all.
Going to see the graphics guy on Monday. Here is a rough picture of font style and layout. the actual decals will be in black and chrome just like the hood logos. not the grey in the pic.

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/image_zpsbbf4c7e7.jpg

plan on getting them for the trucks and the tanker, lowboy, refer and dump trailers. Should look sweet:D

Tell me what ya think?

Mario

[Espeefan]

Awesome, Mario and Sue. That's a great logo! That will look great with the black paint on the new truck! Only thing is, are you going to stick the logo to the cab, or will you stick it to the fuel tank, or steps, like some companies do? I'd stick to the later. Keep that paint job flawless and clean.

[1985 kenworth]

hey mario...looks great ..you and sue got quite the fleet happenin there my good friends i still have not come across those breather lights yet at pmd...i must be going blind in my old age...lol

[dirthalr]

Nice looking. Like the logo also. Are you not putting the logo on the loader, or is that a separate entity?

[Supermario]

Thanks for the compliments and ideas.
I know what you mean about keeping the cab paint clear Nathan but I think we will stick to logo on the door. The fuel tank and steps are not large enough for a decent logo:confused:

Hey Dwayne, just give Ric a call, I'm sure he can set you up with a pair. He offers them in all amber, all red or red and amber:cool:

Thanks Dirthair. I didn't realize I forgot the loader:eek::p
It will definitely get a logo. I've already removed the Magom sticker to make room for it;):D

Mario

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Thanks Paul, means a lot to me coming from one of the masters of clean fit and finish:cool:
I'm sure this build would have moved along a little quicker if it wasn't for the fact that 80% of the build has been on our small kitchen table which Susan has been nice enough to allow me to pretty much own it since November:eek::eek::D

So I guess, not bad for a kitchen table build eh?:D

Mario


Garage build,Basement build or Kitchen build she is top shelf no matter where it was built. Nice clean work and the logo looks perfect.

[dirthalr]

I was thinking, all you need now is to goto vista print and get some S&M Trucking business cards, then go to custom ink and get some t-shirts made. You'd be all set ready to go. Lol. :D:D

[Supermario]

I was thinking, all you need now is to goto vista print and get some S&M Trucking business cards, then go to custom ink and get some t-shirts made. You'd be all set ready to go. Lol. :D:D

Lol

That's a not bad idea! A few business cards for a chuckle but I really like the T shirt idea!
I can see it now..... Sue and I at the Indy show running our rigs wearing our S&M Trucking shirts:D:):cool:

Mario

[dirthalr]

If you do the tshirt thing get a few extra. I'll trade ya. :D

[Supermario]

Hey everyone. Getting so close to the finish on Susans truck and then ran into some trouble that i finally dealt with today!:D
Heres what happened.... i was mapping out hole locations for the lights in the plates Keith made for me. I marked them out carefully on the polished side of the plates because I knew there would be a burr left from drilling and didnt want to drill from the back side. Unfortunately, my metal ruler had a burr on it I didnt know about and as i slid it along the plate I scratched the crap out of the beautiful polished finish Keith did!!:eek::eek::mad::mad:
Then I realized the rookie mistake i made! I could have marked the holes on the back side and just drill a smaller hole to start, then finish the right size from the front!:eek: ....lesson learned.

Anyway, I was so mad! this entire build was going great and suddenly when I caused damage I had to put the brakes on! I did some research on polishing, talked to Keith and some guys at work.
I finally got the nerve to give it a try and it was a complete success and I can now move on with the build! Scratches are gone, plates look great and i started wiring today.

I got these very nice, pre wired 1.8mm leds from a site Dabears suggested.:cool:
heres where Im at with the cab lights.

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/cableds_zps1a896783.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/cablights_zps1f810df6.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/cablights2_zpsb2937250.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/cablights3_zpsf3f8cd28.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/cablights4_zpse917ea42.jpg

Just one more thing i havent found yet.... shrink tubing which is small enough for 32 gauge magnet wire. I hope to find locally tomorrow. I want to have this baby running and take a video this weekend!:D

thanks for looking:) any and all comments welcome :)

Mario

[glorydays24]

Looking good Mario.:D:D:D You're getting close to the finish line my friend...:eek::D:):cool: May I ask where you got the pre-wired led's? The "SLUMLORD" needs some.:rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:

Big John

[Kaf343]

Mario, looking nice bud. Can't wait to see them on the rig lit up. It's gonna be awesome. Nice job.

[WhiteWolf McBride]

Mario,

Are you only running ONE 32 guage wire inside the sleeve?

I know the solution, and you're gonna kick yourself - don't use heat-shrink. Use some casing from a solid-wire a few guages up, like telco wire. Just strip it off the other stuff, and then thread the mag-wire into it.

Heck, that white 4-conductor stuff has yellow, black, red and green casings ya can use.

I've been using this method for other guages for years when I dinna want to use heat-shrink 'cause it would melt the wire casings, or sommat nearby. Also use it for scale wire-loom, handles, and other things...

WhiteWolf

[Espeefan]

Nice and tidy work Mario. I like that. It looks like you used a resistor for each LED. What voltage are you going to run these lights off of?

[1985 kenworth]

hey mario try The Source Electronics if there is one up where you are they have really small wire connects with heat shrink on them and they sell heat shrink separately :)

[DaBomb6988]

Can't wait to see it lit up.

[rccrazy523]

mario the truck looks grate love the cab and the detail .

[Supermario]

Thanks Big John. I love these lights. The company who sells them are great to deal with and my first order came with a 10 bucks off coupon and free shipping over 40 bucks on my next order:)
Really good variety on colors, sizes, lengths .....etc.

http://www.modeltrainsoftware.com/bl-214f.html


Thanks Keith. I can't wait either:D
I'm like a kid at Christmas waiting for the tree to be lit up for the first time after decorating...lol

That's a great suggestion Whitewolf ;).
I need the shrink tube to seal and isolate the solder connection for the 2 main wires which will connect to the light relay.


Glad you like Nathan, I'm very happy how it looks. I think the combination crazy glue and then silicone should hold them all in place very well.... And yes, I like clean looking wiring, not birds nest wiring:eek::)

These lights have a 5-12 volt working range. I plan on connecting them to the aux relay on the SS Tronix board which has a 5 volt output. Not battery voltage of 7.2
Why do you ask? Am I forgetting something? I'm going to connect all 20 LEDs in parallel to a relay that can handle 2 amps or 60 led. I should be ok right???


Hey Dwayne.

No luck at the Source. The smallest they have is 1/4" tubing which is way too big for magnet wire. Good news is, I found some today at a local electrical shop!:D I'm good to go! No more hold ups!;)

Thanks Dabomb6988 . I'm very anxious to not only see it lit up, I've enjoyed the build but it's time to finish!


Thanks Rccrazy523, I like the unique cab that pro builder made for us and the spectacular paint job he did.


Mario

[glorydays24]

Thanks Big John. I love these lights. The company who sells them are great to deal with and my first order came with a 10 bucks off coupon and free shipping over 40 bucks on my next order:)
Really good variety on colors, sizes, lengths .....etc.

http://www.modeltrainsoftware.com/bl-214f.html


Thanks Keith. I can't wait either:D
I'm like a kid at Christmas waiting for the tree to be lit up for the first time after decorating...lol

That's a great suggestion Whitewolf ;).
I need the shrink tube to seal and isolate the solder connection for the 2 main wires which will connect to the light relay.


Glad you like Nathan, I'm very happy how it looks. I think the combination crazy glue and then silicone should hold them all in place very well.... And yes, I like clean looking wiring, not birds nest wiring:eek::)

These lights have a 5-12 volt working range. I plan on connecting them to the aux relay on the SS Tronix board which has a 5 volt output. Not battery voltage of 7.2
Why do you ask? Am I forgetting something? I'm going to connect all 20 LEDs in parallel to a relay that can handle 2 amps or 60 led. I should be ok right???


Hey Dwayne.

No luck at the Source. The smallest they have is 1/4" tubing which is way too big for magnet wire. Good news is, I found some today at a local electrical shop!:D I'm good to go! No more hold ups!;)

Thanks Dabomb6988 . I'm very anxious to not only see it lit up, I've enjoyed the build but it's time to finish!


Thanks Rccrazy523, I like the unique cab that pro builder made for us and the spectacular paint job he did.


Mario

Thank you so much Mario, they have everything I need to have a rolling christmas tree. LOL!!!

Big John

[1985 kenworth]

i agree with you mario..time for me to get cracking too and finish my builds also:)

[Supermario]

So I've just run into a set back on the Black Passion build:eek::(
I got the cab skirt lights all done, tested and looking fine. I attached them to the cab mounting plate and then that's when trouble came up.

When marked out the holes for the lights I used the same spacing as the sleeper lights to make it look right. Well, I just discovered I have one led on each side which is in the exact same position as the front mounting brackets for the steps!:eek::eek::eek: no room for the LEDs ! I never seen it coming and I'm ^}%]*]% I missed that! Lesson learned. I was too focused on just the part and not where it goes!

Plan B - I need to screw the step to the vertical edge of the mounting bracket and remove the horizontal edge will work. Sad part is I have about 4 inches of slack because of the light wires for the step lights which are glued on!:eek: so I have to drill the steps while still hanging or mounted. The whole fix is going to be awkward as ****:mad:

It's been a rough day. I was ready to start dealing with the problem right away but thought.... I'm rushing this. I'm upset I won't get it done as quick as I wanted but hey, this build has never been rushed and had no big problems. Now I rush a little and look what I get!

So , I'm on a shutdown for the day! Grabbed a Bud out of the fridge, kicked back on the couch and I think I'm gonna watch the nationwide Bristol race and start fresh tomorrow.

Have to turn the brain off for a bit....lol. Thanks for listening :o

Mario

[Supermario]

All right, I'm done with my freak out session. Couldn't help myself but get back at the build. I was all upset for nothing! Took about an hour to cut and modify the step bracket and the cab plate is now installed and fits perfect.:)

Sorry bout the drama queen complaining:o:D

Back to building........

Mario

[smurff]

Hey Mario,,,I'm going to try to build a "low boy" and I was wondering if I could order a set of tires and rims like the ones on your trailer.

[Supermario]

Hey Mario,,,I'm going to try to build a "low boy" and I was wondering if I could order a set of tires and rims like the ones on your trailer.

Hey Smurff, I wish I could give ya exact details but, I purchased mine complete from RC4WD. The tires I'm sure are available but the wheels I'm not sure. You should contact for info

https://store.rc4wd.com/mobile/home.asp?#page-173

Mario

[Kaf343]

Glad you got it worked out Mario, I'm sure it's going to look great.

[Mama Sue]

This Mama is starting to be a happy Mama...LOL.. Here's an update on Black Passion...The cab is back on and the lights are all working... WooHoo!... Now for the finishing touches and then wait for my trailer....p.s. Just going to add that many have seen my trailer in various stages, :(, but I have yet to see anything more than drawings but it is an Izzy trailer so I know it will be spectacular..:) 89 lights on the truck.Thanks for looking....Now back to work Mario.... lol
http://i1048.photobucket.com/albums/s378/SusanLowen/bth_030.jpg?t=1363534690

http://i1048.photobucket.com/albums/s378/SusanLowen/bth_031.jpg?t=1363534695

http://i1048.photobucket.com/albums/s378/SusanLowen/bth_032.jpg?t=1363540686

[Mama Sue]

I apologize for the pics not appearing..tried to do it the same as I did last time but the outcome was different

[Supermario]

I apologize for the pics not appearing..tried to do it the same as I did last time but the outcome was different

For some reason the new version of photobucket is giving Susan greif:confused:
I wanted her to be the one posting the pics but on her behalf, I am proud to show the latest pics of her truck. With signal lights, head lights included the final count is 93 !:eek::D

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/a6_zps0d6b672a.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/black1_zpsf9123618.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/a5_zps83f91a7d.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/a3_zps4186ad2b.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/a2_zps819c42a1.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/033_zps0c14af40.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/a1_zps28e6bcdc.jpg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/Black%20passion%20%20Pete/black3_zps928844de.jpg


Now to mount rear fenders, grab handles on back of sleeper, company logos....and then, its complete! :D:D

thanks for looking :)

S&M Sue & Mario

[plow jockey]

That truck is sweet!! A real show stopper!! You have done an amazing job on this build!!! Can't wait to see the trailer behind it!!

[Mama Sue]

You have an upper edge Plow Jockey...You've seen the trailer...:( :)

[plow jockey]

You have an upper edge Plow Jockey...You've seen the trailer...:( :)

:D:D:D:D LOL!!

[YoungGunz]

Looks great guys! I was wondering how this was coming along yesterday when I was working on my truck :) I need to get some side marker lights too, I think that is a really nice touch

[Supermario]

:D:D:D:D LOL!!

Lol:D. Thanks Fred. I wish I had a video camera running when I told Sue that you saw her trailer! :D. .... Priceless, it was definitely a Kodak moment. Lol ;)

Mario

[Supermario]

Looks great guys! I was wondering how this was coming along yesterday when I was working on my truck :) I need to get some side marker lights too, I think that is a really nice touch

Thanks JD. :cool:
If there was one thing I would do different with the marker lights, I should have used 1 mm LEDs and solder in series one at a time. The pre wired lights are great to work with but sacrifice room due to the resistor and the 1.8mm size that I used.

Mario

[fhhhstix]

You have an upper edge Plow Jockey...You've seen the trailer...:( :)

Me to the trailer is a work of art, I think you will be very happy.:D

Travis

[plow jockey]

Lol:D. Thanks Fred. I wish I had a video camera running when I told Sue that you saw her trailer! :D. .... Priceless, it was definitely a Kodak moment. Lol ;)

Mario
That's to funny!! I figured it would get her twisted up a bit!!!
Me to the trailer is a work of art, I think you will be very happy.:D

Travis

Without a doubt that trailer sweet. When I saw it, I told Izzy I had to have one. It is definitely worth the wait. Lol.

[Espeefan]

Mario, the lights are looking great. You did a fine job. I had asked about the voltage you intended to run your LEDs on because I noticed you had a resistor for each one, rather then a couple in series, with one resistor. I just assumed your voltage source was pretty low. Anything less then about 6 volts, and you kind of get stuck running the LEDs in parallel. Even on 7.2 volts, you really can't do more then 2 in series.

[Kaf343]

Nice job Mario, can't wait to see it hitched up to this awesome trailer I'm hearing about.

[WhiteWolf McBride]

Mario:

Did you find any shrink? You might want to check to see if you have an 'Active Components' outlet in town, they have electronics stuff in-store. The other option is the paint-on electrical tape. Would have shrink beat by a mile. OH... in a pinch, dollar store nail varnish!

If you canna find any, and ~really want shrink, I've got an Active Components down the street, I'll check what the smallest diameter they have, and I can always mail it to ye!

Let me know. I'm going to need some anyway, for when I rig my Tamiya flatbed, Goldie lowboy, and the King Hauler/Globeliner cabs. Plus I owe the group a few favors by now...

Wish someone would post a DIY for the SMD-LED beacon lights. I'd love to see how they sequence 'em - 555 timing chip, or what? I ask as I made a 'scanner' setup years back when i was going to make a KITT replica in 1/8 scale, one that could talk back to kids by using a voice-actuated walkie-talkie setup. Still got the first one, and probably most of a second. Dunno what I did with the build/wiring diagrams though.

WhiteWolf

[Supermario]

Thanks everyone for the comments. :)

Hey Whitewolf, I did find some shrink tubing at a local electronics store but thanks for the great suggestions....nail polish? I never would've thought but I believe you, that would work :cool:

So I made a quick, random drive around with the truck and lowboy..... You know you live in a small house when..... You ain't got the room to turn your rig in less than a 4 point turn!:eek::)


Enjoy.:)

http://youtu.be/syL3Wi4XMh0


Mario

[glorydays24]

The lowboy look's good hooked up to "BLACK PASSION". You and Susan should be proud, beautiful truck.:cool::);):D

Big John

[Espeefan]

Great video Mario! The lowboy and truck are a very good combination together! I love watching the rear suspension soak up the uneven carpet to floor transition.

Now, do something about that VCR blinking 12:00 in the video! Ha ha. :D

[Mama Sue]

The lowboy look's good hooked up to "BLACK PASSION". You and Susan should be proud, beautiful truck.:cool::);):D

Big John

Great video Mario! The lowboy and truck are a very good combination together! I love watching the rear suspension soak up the uneven carpet to floor transition.

Now, do something about that VCR blinking 12:00 in the video! Ha ha. :D

Thanks Big John. Mario gets all the credit. I just picked what I wanted and he is seeing to the details. LOL .I have to agree it's beautiful.

Espeefan from what I hear, my trailer is going to look even better hooked up than any trailer we currently have. Didn't look close enough in the video but the receiver should've been blinking "muting"... LOL

The build is coming to an end which will mean, playtime. Hopefully Mother Nature will allow.

[Supermario]

Hey everyone. Need to pic your brains...... You may notice the cab marker lights are brighter than the sleeper lights ( some is camera glare but they are bright) compared to the sleeper which are more of a "soft" look led. I would hate to have to replace and redo the lights and trying to come up with options on how to possibly mellow the lights out.??

My first thought is candle wax perhaps? I figured if it doesn't work, at least it's not permanent and can be cleaned out? Maybe a dab of paint? What color to use?
The lights are recessed quite a bit on the plates and not a flush or protruding mount. There is depth , maybe 3-4mm.

Any help is always appreciated and thanks everyone for all your comments and support through this build, it's been a great experience :):cool:

Mario

[Supermario]

Add another resistor to the bright lights, not each one but to the feed wires.

:o:o.... Thanks Chris. I feel like an idiot not considering adding resistors to the feed wires:eek: can you tell I'm sick of wiring and would rather resort to candle wax! ...lol :eek:

One feed wire , one resistor..... I can do that! Very easy to test various resistors and get the proper lighting:cool:

Thanks Chris for showing me the light! :p:D.


Mario

[Mama Sue]

This is one HAPPY Mama! I got to see pictures of my trailer tonight. It's is sweet as it sits and will be even sweeter once I have worked my magic on it. Izzy ROCKS!!!!!!!!!

:):D:D;):D

[1985 kenworth]

hey guys looking real nice and sweeeet:D

[Supermario]

thanks everyone!

small update on Black passion, mostly details but that's whats left!:D last thing is the company logo:)

I told susan we needed air horns somewhere! so I cut and modified the original horns to fit here....

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/black1_zpsf134e56c.jpeg

also got the handles mounted on the back of sleeper...

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/black6_zps9683f54b.jpeg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/black3_zpsf225ffd5.jpeg

and yes, the fenders are on!:D

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/black2_zps6c2ce16e.jpeg

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r620/Kinghauler2012/black4_zps8503fad3.jpeg

thanks for looking and any comments and suggestions appreciated:)

mario

[glorydays24]

I love the train horns and the rear fenders, really set's off the whole truck.:D:D:D My hat's off to you and Susan, great job.;):):D:cool:

Big John

[Snochaser]

Really, really nice job you two. Black, clean lines and chrome, BOOM!

Ben

[Espeefan]

Mario, I love the air horns mounted by the step! That's something I wanted to try myself as well. Perfect for a cab with a ton of cab lights on it. You're the first to do this.

Susan, I assumed the time was what was flashing in the video! Muting, eh? Okay, we'll go with that, since I couldn't quite make it out in the video. :D So, where are the trailer photos! Half the forum knows what you've got already. Let the rest of us know too. :p

[Izzy]

Patience grasshopper.....

[Mama Sue]

Mario, I love the air horns mounted by the step! That's something I wanted to try myself as well. Perfect for a cab with a ton of cab lights on it. You're the first to do this.

Susan, I assumed the time was what was flashing in the video! Muting, eh? Okay, we'll go with that, since I couldn't quite make it out in the video. :D So, where are the trailer photos! Half the forum knows what you've got already. Let the rest of us know too. :p

Mario is all about clean lines, and quiet when he is videoing(LOL)- I usually leave the house, he's not afraid to try something new/never done

Just got word yesterday that the trailer is done. My Dad is going to pick it up when he is in Indiana the first week of April. So we all have to be patient a little while longer. :)

Patience grasshopper.....

You tell him Izzy! :p Patience! Once we get it the lights have to be installed, not as many as Smiley so it won't too much work, and a couple other things.

[Mama Sue]

I love the train horns and the rear fenders, really set's off the whole truck.:D:D:D My hat's off to you and Susan, great job.;):):D:cool:

Big John

Thanks Big John :)

Really, really nice job you two. Black, clean lines and chrome, BOOM!

Ben

Thanks Ben. I like the Boom! :)

[Izzy]

Mama has asked that I share her Happiness..... If there are things you don't like - hold your thoughts - I'll start a thread over in my area - I am planning to have a version of this trailer as a standard..... So constructive comments go there...... But general comments about MAmas dream machine can go here....


http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mama%20Sue%20Dump/IMG_0110_zpsf5cda819.jpg

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mama%20Sue%20Dump/IMG_0111_zpsd5f8cede.jpg

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http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mama%20Sue%20Dump/IMG_0135_zps6da39ca3.jpg

[kingbob]

Beautiful work.

[Mama Sue]

I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!

[Izzy]

Mama - Should have enough grunt for anything you put at it - I would request you stick with light dirt (loamy type - high compost - loose ) or the crushed rubber . It's a big box to lift.

If it goes up too slow - let me know and I'll swap for a different motor set--up. or talk Mario into installing a 12V battery for the lift with a voltage reducer for everything else......:)

[dmess62]

Nice looking trailer mama sue be sure to get some pics when you get it hooked up to that awesome black pete

[Supermario]

Really, really nice job you two. Black, clean lines and chrome, BOOM!

Ben

Thanks Ben, we can't help but smile when we look at it:D

Mario, I love the air horns mounted by the step! That's something I wanted to try myself as well. Perfect for a cab with a ton of cab lights on it. You're the first to do this.

Really? I just figured it was the natural choice and had the room so I thought why not.:). Now that I think about it, I guess I haven't seen this on a Rc truck before. Thanks Nathan.:cool:



[QUOTE=Izzy;82509]Mama - Should have enough grunt for anything you put at it - I would request you stick with light dirt (loamy type - high compost - loose ) or the crushed rubber . It's a big box to lift.

If it goes up too slow - let me know and I'll swap for a different motor set--up. or talk Mario into installing a 12V battery for the lift with a voltage reducer for everything else......:)

Thanks Izzy. I'm sure it will work great. I don't plan on loading anything dense with my bruder loader. The lighter the material, the longer everything will last ;)

[Stickman]

WOW, I love that trailer! A must have for me. Just need to find the funds. Will look awesome behind the black Pete.

[glorydays24]

As usual, top notch work Izzy.:eek::D:);):cool: Susan will love this, I know I would.;)

Big John

[Espeefan]

Nice trailer! I can't wait to see that all finished up. Izzy's getting into the end dumps now? Excellent!

[Supermario]

Nice trailer! I can't wait to see that all finished up. Izzy's getting into the end dumps now? Excellent!

I can't wait till its all done too:). First I have to wire it and then place it in Susan's hands for the polishing phase :) we need to have it ready for the Clifford show on July 1st.:eek:;):cool:

Mario

[Diesel Demond]

wow Mario that truck turned out awesome and the trailer is sweet. cant wait to see it all done. and watch out there is a new company coming gonna steal the business I herd. something like DD TRUCKING!! LOL

[plow jockey]

That trailer is sweet for sure!!! Can't wait to see it buffed up and hooked to that great looking Pete!!

[Supermario]

wow Mario that truck turned out awesome and the trailer is sweet. cant wait to see it all done. and watch out there is a new company coming gonna steal the business I herd. something like DD TRUCKING!! LOL

thanks for the thumbs up :) ;)

Hey, nothing wrong with a little competition. That's what keeps the industry strong:rolleyes::D

how about....Double D trucking? everyone likes double D :o:eek::D..... what else did you expect from a guy who names his company S&M ? lol.


That trailer is sweet for sure!!! Can't wait to see it buffed up and hooked to that great looking Pete!!

Thanks Fred. oh , and by the way....I think Sue has gotten over your sneak peek now. lol ;)

mario

[Mama Sue]

Mama's got her trailer and she loves it! Thank you Mario for the gift, and Izzy for building it.
http://i1048.photobucket.com/albums/s378/SusanLowen/IMG_0641.jpg
http://i1048.photobucket.com/albums/s378/SusanLowen/IMG_0640.jpg
http://i1048.photobucket.com/albums/s378/SusanLowen/IMG_0642.jpg

Now the fun begins. Wire up the lights, attach the legs, and polish it up

[Smiley]

Looks good :-). But us might want to polish it up first before ya wire it and everything so nothing won't be in the way :D lol

[Espeefan]

Looks great Mario and Sue! Where is the 'Clifford' show? I know you are up in Sault Ste Marie, which north of me, but is that a Canadian show, or US show? Just wondering cause nothing much ever happens around me.

[Claus]

Classy truck and trailer Sue! Nice work Mario.

[Supermario]

Looks good :-). But us might want to polish it up first before ya wire it and everything so nothing won't be in the way :D lol

I figured if we polish first, then I have to handle very carefully as I wire it? That's why I thought, wire it while its in a raw stage and then polish? Never done this and would love any input or suggestions on how to approach.:cool:

Looks great Mario and Sue! Where is the 'Clifford' show? I know you are up in Sault Ste Marie, which north of me, but is that a Canadian show, or US show? Just wondering cause nothing much ever happens around me.

Thanks Nathan. We both love it! You know the old saying....happy wife, happy life ! ;):)
Or as Phil Robertson would say....." Everybody's happy, happy, happy " lol

Sorry dude, Clifford is quite a ways from Wisconsin :( It is about 2 hrs northwest of Toronto which means you have to go all the way around Lake Michigan and back up north.:eek:
It would be great if you could attend but that's quite a trip for a one day event:eek: Hope you plan on making it to the Indy show in August. It would be a pleasure meeting:)


Classy truck and trailer Sue! Nice work Mario.

Thanks Craig. I can say without a doubt, I have loved every minute of this build, this hobby, and all the friends and fun that come with it.:)

Once this is done, my next project arrived today.... A crawler crane with clam bucket.:D:D . Ohh, and I still have 3 other trailers that need lights! :eek: ....can't wait to open up my shop in the garage soon!:rolleyes:

[Smiley]

I had my cattle trailer polished first then layed it on towels and rags and wired it. I didn't touch the outside. Usually just grabbed it by the little tabs on the inside or by the back bumper and the kingpin plate . Hope this helps :D

But I'm sure that I've got a few more lights on it my trailer than urs :D. Urs might be easier to polish than mine :eek::p:D

[Supermario]

I had my cattle trailer polished first then layed it on towels and rags and wired it. I didn't touch the outside. Usually just grabbed it by the little tabs on the inside or by the back bumper and the kingpin plate . Hope this helps :D

But I'm sure that I've got a few more lights on it my trailer than urs :D. Urs might be easier to polish than mine :eek::p:D

Thanks Keith. It does help. The one problem with my idea of polish after lights are installed is the light holes may fill up with polishing paste and then be a real nightmare to clean them out:eek:
I'm going to take your advice and polish, then wire.....I learned a lot from dealing with the cab on Sues truck, I can do this the same.;)

Thanks man.

Mario

[woodhog]

trailer looks real good Izzy is da man!:D I would definitely polish first you will probably have to do some sanding to get that mirror finish.now y'all will have to work at Indy hauling some rubber;)

[Mama Sue]

Looks good :-). But us might want to polish it up first before ya wire it and everything so nothing won't be in the way :D lol
Thanks for the suggestion. We are just discussing it. Gotta make sure I have all my supplies. Guess there's no housework for me this weekend. LOL :)

Looks great Mario and Sue! Where is the 'Clifford' show? I know you are up in Sault Ste Marie, which north of me, but is that a Canadian show, or US show? Just wondering cause nothing much ever happens around me.
Thanks. It's a Canadian show, Southern Ontario. You could always head up here and follow us. I'm sure there is room for more people, 1985 Kenworth could tell you more.


Classy truck and trailer Sue! Nice work Mario.
Thanks. Mario and Izzy get most of the credit, I just knew what I wanted and they have made it happen. ;)

[Mama Sue]

News flash...Mario has it taken apart already....

[Izzy]

Mama Sue - Mario - you very welcome - I am glad that it fulfills the request.
BTW - it was a treat to meet Ray - I like him a lot - reminds me of my dad - who also hauled around RV's LOL

[plow jockey]

Awesome looking combo!!! I told ya it would be worth the wait.LOL